"The Gulf’s Energy Outlook to the Year Ahead: What's Next?"

Overview

As we head into 2019, a rapid-fire edit is reshaping the norms of the global energy market. Knowledge is power: what should the market keep a keen eye on?

Powerful competitors in export markets, booming demand profiles, OPEC+ and the rise of renewables are on the long list of key trends to watch out for. As are swelling populations, unpredictable geopolitics, talent shortages, IMO 2020 and the acceleration of the Paris Agreement's journey from theory-to-reality. Amid such change, what are the Top 10 Trends that will dominate boardroom conversations next year?

Successfully surfing, rather than being submerged by shifting sands is pivotal to accelerating energy companies’ prosperity. American scholar Warren Bennis said it well: “In life, change is inevitable. In business, change is vital.” What should be at the top of energy stakeholders’ agendas in 2019 to ensure they stay at the cutting edge and embrace the disruption with grace, affordably and efficiently?